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Sunshine on four wheels: the new Opel Corsa YES
Opel has rolled out a bold special edition of its best-selling small car: the Corsa YES. Rather than reinventing the hatchback mechanically, the YES edition focuses on visual drama and extra comfort features designed to keep the Corsa fresh in a crowded supermini segment. If you like attention-grabbing paint and purposeful cabin upgrades, this is the Corsa for you.
Koral Orange and contrast details
The headline feature is the exclusive Koral Orange exterior finish — a vivid shade that makes the Corsa look like a little piece of rolling sun in traffic. Opel pairs the bright body color with a carbon black roof and a set of 16-inch two-tone wheels in black and silver to balance the look. Inside, the orange theme continues with matching stitching and striped accents on the dash, doors and seats, giving the interior a cohesive, design-led feel.
"It’s not about new engines — it’s about attitude," says an Opel spokesperson. "The YES package is for buyers who want their Corsa to stand out without committing to a different powertrain."
Cabin upgrades and infotainment
The special-edition treatment carries through to the materials: a vegan leather steering wheel with a flat bottom adds a sporty touch, while the instrument cluster and infotainment are presented as fully digital displays. The set-up pairs a 10-inch central touchscreen with a 7-inch driver display — the same hardware as higher-level Corsas, but here the interface remains digital at all times for a modern cockpit experience.
Highlights:
- Exclusive Koral Orange paint (also available in Eucalyptus Green for an extra fee)
- Carbon black roof and 16-inch two-tone alloy wheels
- Vegan leather flat-bottom steering wheel
- 10-inch touchscreen + 7-inch fully digital driver display
Powertrains and pricing
One smart move from Opel is offering the YES package across the entire Corsa range. That means buyers can opt for one of two fully electric powertrains (136 hp or 156 hp), two hybrid variants (110 hp and 145 hp), or the traditional 1.2-liter petrol engine. In Germany, the special-edition Corsa YES starts from €24,340 (around $28,800), regardless of powertrain selection — though of course optional extras will push that price up.
Optional comfort and convenience extras include a comfort pack with an electric parking brake (standard on the electric YES), central armrest with storage, two remote keys, a 130-degree reversing camera, parking pilot and keyless start.
Where the Corsa YES sits in the market
The Corsa remains one of Europe’s most popular small cars — a consistent bestseller in markets like Germany — so Opel’s strategy is pragmatic: use limited editions to maintain buzz without disrupting the model range. Compared with rivals, the YES isn’t about adding performance; it’s about personality and perceived value, a tactic common in the supermini and B-segment where style packages sell well.
If you’re choosing between the Corsa YES and a standard Corsa, consider whether the bright color and cabin accents justify the premium to you. If you value unique looks and a fully digital cockpit, the YES is an attractive package. For buyers who prioritize sheer efficiency or mechanical upgrades, the standard lineup still offers the full range of hybrid and electric powertrains.
In short, the Opel Corsa YES is a design-forward special edition that gives the little hatchback a louder voice on city streets — without tinkering under the hood.
Source: autoevolution
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